Kramer Electronics VM-24HC video switch
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1. Display gamma Red chromaticity 2 20 Rx 0 674 Ry 0 319 Green chromaticity Gx 0 188 Gy 0 706 Blue chromaticity Bx 0 148 By 0 064 White point default Wx 0 313 Wy 0 329 Additional descriptors None Timing characteristics Horizontal scan range 30 83kHz Vertical scan range 6 76Hz Video bandwidth 170MHz CVT standard Not supported GTF standard Not supported Additional descriptors None Preferred timing Yes Native preferred timing 1280x720p at 60Hz 16 10 Modeline 1280x720 74 250 1280 1390 1430 1650 720 725 730 750 hsync vsync Standard timings supported 720 x 400p at 70Hz IBM VGA 640 x 480p at 60Hz IBM VGA 640 x 480p at 75Hz VESA 800 x 600p at 60Hz VESA 800 x 600p at 75Hz VESA 1024 x 768p at 60Hz VESA 1024 x 768p at 75Hz VESA 1280 x 1024p at 75Hz VESA 1280 x 1024p at 60Hz VESA STD 1600 x 1200p at 60Hz VESA STD 1152 x 864p at 75Hz VESA STD EIA CEA 861 Information Revision number 3 IT underscan Supported Basic audio Supported YCbCr 4 4 4 Supported YCbCr 4 2 2 Supported Native formats Detailed timing 1 Modeline Detailed timing 2 Modeline Detailed timing 3 2 1920x1080p at 60Hz 16 10 1920x1080 148 500 1920 2008 2052 2200 1080 1084 1089 1125 hsync vsync 1920x1080i at 60Hz 16 10 920x1080 74 250 1920 2008 2052 2200 1080 1084 1094 1124 interlace hsync vsync 1280x720p at2. see Section 5 1 Connect the input s Connect the output s Optional connect a PC controller to the RS 232 port LL III gt Set Top Box Source Plasma Display 4 Step 2 Connect the power adapter Step 3 If required acquire the EDID see Section 5 4 Step 4 Operate the device see Section 5 Operate using the front panel buttons infrared remote control and RS 232 2 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Overview 3 Overview Each high quality VM 24HC accepts one of two HDMI inputs and distributes the selected signal to up to four outputs The VM 24HC features e Support for up to 2 25Gbps bandwidth per graphic channel e J EDIDPro Kramer Intelligent EDID Processing Intelligent EDID handling amp processing algorithm ensures Plug and Play operation for HDMI systems e Supports 3D Pass Thru e Equalizes and reclocks the data e The ability to use a default EDID or acquire the EDID from one output or from all connected outputs Auto mix e Housing in desktop sized enclosure Two devices can be rack mounted side by side with the optional RK 1 adapter in a 1U rack space You can control the VM 24HC using e The front panel buttons e Infrared Remote Control e RS 232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system PC or other serial controller 3 1 About HDMI High Definition Multimedia Interface HDMI is an uncompressed all digital audio video interface widely supporte
3. to indicate which EDID is stored at the input as follows e OUTPUT 1 LED flashes the EDID from OUTPUT 1 was the last acquired e OUTPUT 2 LED flashes the EDID from OUTPUT 2 was the last acquired and so on e All OUTPUT LEDs light the default EDID was the last acquired e All OUTPUT LEDs flash sequentially the Auto Mix EDID was the last acquired 1 This is usually done only once when the machine is being set up in an installation Once acquired the EDID is saved in non volatile memory and further acquisition is not necessary 2 The EDID acquired is a weighted average of all the connected outputs For example if several displays with different resolutions are connected to the outputs the acquired EDID supports all the resolutions as well as other parameters included in the EDID 3 If you attempt to acquire the EDID from an output that is not connected the default EDID is acquired 4 To cancel the EDID modification wait for a few seconds without touching any button KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Technical Specifications 6 Technical Specifications Table 2 includes the technical specifications of the VM 24HC 2 Input 1 4 HDMI Distributor Table 2 VM 24HC Technical Specifications INPUTS 2 HDMI connectors OUTPUTS 4 HDMI connectors BANDWIDTH Supports up to 2 25Gbps bandwidth per graphic channel COMPLIANCE WITH HDMI STANDARD Supports HDMI and HDCP C
4. 24HC operates with the factory default EDID stored in the non volatile memory The source reads the EDID from the device when the device is plugged in or powered on 1 As required Up to four outputs can be connected Not all outputs need to be connected 2 Only connections to the first and last acceptors are shown in Figure 2 3 This is usually done only once when the unit is being set up in an installation Once acquired the EDID is saved in non volatile memory and further acquisition is not necessary 4 The VM 2DH reads the EDID which is stored in the non volatile memory 7 Using the VM 24HC 2 Input 1 4 HDMI Distributor The EDID can be acquired from e One output e The default EDID Up to four connected outputs using the Auto mix Mode Repeatedly pressing the EDID SELECT button cycles through the EDID sources in the following order e Output 1 Output 1 LED lights e Output 2 Output 2 LED lights e Output 3 Output 3 LED lights e Output 4 Output 4 LED lights e Default EDID all LEDs light e Auto Mix EDID the LEDs flash in a running sequence To store the selected EDID press EDID READ as described in the following example To select the EDID from Output 3 1 Press the EDID SELECT button repeatedly until OUTPUT 3 LED lights 2 Press EDID READ button When the LED stops flashing the EDID from Output 3 is stored at the input Pressing the EDID SELECT button briefly once causes the relevant LEDs
5. 30 B4 26 10 50 54 A5 4B 00 81 80 A9 40 71 4F 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 01 1D 00 72 51 D0 1E 20 6E 28 55 00 07 44 21 00 00 1E 00 00 00 FF 00 35 30 35 2D 37 30 37 34 35 35 30 31 30 00 00 00 FC 00 56 4D 32 34 48 43 20 20 20 20 20 20 0A 00 00 00 FD 00 38 4C 1E 53 11 00 0A 20 20 20 20 20 20 01 B7 02 03 1B F1 48 10 05 84 03 02 07 16 01 23 09 07 07 65 03 0C 00 10 00 83 01 00 00 02 3A 80 18 71 38 2D 40 58 2C 45 00 07 44 21 00 00 1E 01 1D 80 18 71 1C 16 20 58 2C 25 00 07 44 21 00 00 9E 01 1D 00 72 51 D0 1E 20 6E 28 55 00 07 44 21 00 00 1E 8C 0A D0 8A 20 E0 2D 10 10 3E 96 00 07 44 21 00 00 18 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 47 Communication Protocol 9 Communication Protocol The VM 24HC is compatible with Kramer s Protocol 2000 version 0 50 This RS 232 RS 485 communication protocol uses four bytes of information as defined below The default data rate is 9600 baud no parity 8 data bits and 1 stop bit Table 4 Protocol Definitions MSB LSB DESTI INSTRUCTION NATION 0 D N5 N4 N3 N2 N1 NO 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 Ist byte INPUT l6 15 14 13 12 1 10 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 2nd byte OUTPUT 1 O6 05 O4 03 02 O1 00 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 3rd byte MACHINE NUMBER 1 OVR x M4 M3 M2 M1 MO 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 4th byte I BYTE Bit 7 Defined as 0 D DESTINATION 0 for sending information to the switchers from the PC 1 for sending to
6. 2 These are bi directional definitions That is if the switcher receives the code it will perform the instruction and if the instruction is performed due to a keystroke operation on the front panel then these codes are sent For example if the HEX code 01 85 88 83 was sent from the PC then the switcher machine 3 will switch input 5 to output 8 If the user switched input 1 to output 7 via the front panel keypad then the switcher will send HEX codes 4l 81 87 83 to the PC When the PC sends one of the commands in this group to the switcher then if the instruction is valid the switcher replies by sending to the PC the same four bytes that it was sent except for the first byte where the DESTINATION bit is set high NOTE 13 This is a request to identify the switcher s in the system If the OUTPUT is set as 0 and the INPUT is set as 1 2 5 or 7 the machine will send its name The reply is the decimal value of the INPUT and OUTPUT For example for a 2216 the reply to the request to send the audio machine name would be HEX codes 7D 96 90 81 i e 128dec 22dec for 2nd byte and 128dec 16dec for 3rd byte If the request for identification is sent with the INPUT set as 3 or 4 the appropriate machine will send its software version number Again the reply would be the decimal value of the INPUT and OUTPUT the INPUT representing the number in front of the decimal point and the OUTPUT representing the number after it For examp
7. 60Hz 16 10 Modeline 1280x720 74 250 1280 1390 1430 1650 720 725 730 750 hsync vsync Detailed timing 4 720x480p at 60Hz 16 10 Modeline 20x480 27 000 720 736 798 858 480 489 495 525 hsync vsync CE video identifiers VICs timing formats supported KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Default EDID 1920 x 1080p at 60Hz HDTV 16 9 1 1 1920 x 1080i at 60Hz HDTV 16 9 1 1 1280 x 720p at 60Hz HDTV 16 9 1 1 Native 720 x 480p at 60Hz EDTV 16 9 32 27 720 x 480p at 60Hz EDTV 4 3 8 9 720 x 480i at 60Hz Doublescan 16 9 32 27 720 x 576i at 50Hz Doublescan 16 9 64 45 640 x 480p at 60Hz Default 4 3 1 1 NB NTSC refresh rate Hz 1000 1001 CE audio data formats supported LPCM 2 channel 16 20 24 bit depths at 32 44 48 kHz CE vendor specific data VSDB IEEE registration number 0x000C03 CEC physical address 1 0 0 0 Maximum TMDS clock 165MHz CE speaker allocation data Channel configuration 2 0 Front left right Front LFE Front center Rear left right No Rear center Front left right center No Rear left right center No Rear LFE No Report information Date generated Software revision 2 60 0 972 Data source ile Operating system 5 1 2600 2 Service Pack 3 08 Dec 11 Raw data 00 FF FF FF FF FF FF 00 2E 4D 23 00 01 01 01 01 0A 13 01 03 80 34 20 78 EA B3 25 AC 51
8. Kramer Electronics Ltd USER MANUAL Model VM 24HC 2 Input 1 4 HDMI Distributor Contents Contents 1 Introduction 2 Getting Started 2 1 Quick Start 3 Overview 3 1 About HDMI 3 2 Defining the EDID 3 3 Recommendations for Best Performance 4 Defining the VM 24HC 2 Input 1 4 HDMI Distributor 5 Using the VM 24HC 2 Input 1 4 HDMI Distributor Sel Connecting the VM 24HC 2 Input 1 4 HDMI Distributor 5 2 Selecting an Active Input 5 3 Connecting a PC Controller via RS 232 5 4 Acquiring the EDID 6 Technical Specifications 7 Default Communication Parameters 8 Default EDID 9 Communication Protocol Figures Figure 1 VM 24HC 2 Input 1 4 HDMI Distributor Rear Panel Figure 2 Connecting theVM 24HC 2 Input 1 4 HDMI Distributor Tables Table 1 VM 24HC 2 Input 1 4 HDMI Distributor Front and Rear Panel Features Table 2 VM 24HC Technical Specifications Table 3 Default Communication Parameters Table 4 Protocol Definitions Table 5 Instruction Codes for Protocol 2000 Xd Y 7 20 Uu amp gt m _ Ro UNO SO tA Introduction 1 Introduction Welcome to Kramer Electronics Since 1981 Kramer Electronics has been providing a world of unique creative and affordable solutions to the vast range of problems that confront the video audio presentation and broadcasting professional on a daily basis In recent years we have redesigned and upgraded most of our line making the bes
9. ONTROLS EDID SELECT EDID READ IN 1 IN 2 buttons RS 232 IR INDICATOR LEDs POWER IR OUTPUT POWER SOURCE 5V DC 1 1A OPERATING 0 to 55 C 32 to 131 F TEMPERATURE STORAGE TEMPERATURE _ 45 to 72 C 49 to 162 F HUMIDITY 10 to 90 RHL non condensing DIMENSIONS 21 5cm x 16 3cm x 4 4cm 8 5 x 6 4 x 1 7 W D H WEIGHT 0 6kg 1 3lbs approx ACCESSORIES Power supply OPTIONS HDMI HDMI male to male cables Fiber Optic HDMI Cable C FOHM FOHM RK 1 19 Rack adapter kit 7 Default Communication Parameters Table 3 Default Communication Parameters EDID EDID data is passed between Output 1 and Input 1 RS 232 Protocol 2000 Baud Rate 9600 Data Bits 8 Stop Bits 1 Parity None Command Format HEX Example Output 1 to Input 1 0x01 0x81 0x81 0x81 1 Specifications are subject to change without notice Default EDID 8 Default EDID Monitor Model name Manufacturer Plug and Play ID Serial number Manufacture date Filter driver KRMO0023 505 707455010 2009 ISO week 10 None EDID revision sal Input signal type Digital Color bit depth Undefined Display type RGB color Screen size 520 x 320 mm 24 0 in Power management Standby Suspend Active off sleep Extension blocs 1 CEA EXT DDC CI n a Color characteristics Default color space Non sRGB
10. asts and or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from place to place NOTE All products returned to Kramer for service must have prior approval This may be obtained from your dealer This equipment has been tested to determine compliance with the requirements of EN 50081 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC generic emission standard Part 1 Residential commercial and light industry EN 50082 Electromagnetic compatibility EMC generic immunity standard Part 1 Residential commercial and light industry environment CFR 47 FCC Rules and Regulations Part 15 Radio frequency devices Subpart B Unintentional radiators CAUTION B Servicing the machines can only be done by an authorized Kramer technician Any user who makes changes or modifications to the unit without the expressed approval of the manufacturer will void user authority to operate the equipment Use the supplied DC power supply to feed power to the machine Please use recommended interconnection cables to connect the machine to other components FCC andCE approved using STP cable for twisted pair products 14 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors visit www kramerelectronic
11. d in the entertainment and home cinema industry It delivers the highest high definition image and sound quality In particular HDMI e Provides a simple interface between any audio video source such as a set top box DVD player or A V receiver and video monitor such as a digital flat LCD plasma television DTV over a single lengthy cable 1 Suitable for resolutions up to UXGA at 60Hz and for all HD resolutions 2 Lets you use the EDID default value when no display from which to read the EDID is connected 3 Ensuring an all digital rendering of video without the losses associated with analog interfaces and their unnecessary digital to analog conversions 4 HDMI the HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI licensing LLC 5 With video and multi channel audio combined into a single cable the cost complexity and confusion of multiple cables currently used in A V systems is reduced 6 HDMI technology has been designed to use standard copper cable construction at up to 15m 49ft 3 Overview 3 2 3 3 Supports standard enhanced high definition video and multi channel digital audio on a single cable Transmits all ATSC HDTV standards and supports 8 channel digital audio with bandwidth to spare to accommodate future enhancements and requirements Benefits consumers by providing superior uncompressed digital video quality via a single cable and user fri
12. endly connector Is backward compatible with DVI Digital Visual Interface Supports two way CEC communication between the video source such as a DVD player and the digital television enabling new functionality such as automatic configuration and one button play Has the capacity to support existing high definition video formats 720p 10801 and 1080p 2K and 4K as well as standard definition formats such as NTSC or PAL Defining the EDID The Extended Display Identification Data EDID is a data structure provided by a display to describe its capabilities to an HDMI source The EDID enables the VM 24HC to know what kind of monitor is connected to the output The EDID includes the manufacturer s name the product type the timing data supported by the display the display size luminance data and for digital displays only the pixel mapping data Recommendations for Best Performance To achieve the best performance Connect only good quality connection cables thus avoiding interference deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching and elevated noise levels often associated with low quality cables Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances and position your VM 24HC away from moisture excessive sunlight and dust No operator serviceable parts inside unit Use only the Kramer Electronics input power wall adapter that is provided with the unit Disconnect power and unplug unit from wall before install
13. even years from the date of the first customer purchase WHOISPROTECTED Only the first purchase customer may enforce this warranty WHATIS COVERED AND WHATIS NOT COVERED Except as below this warranty covers all defects in material or workmanship in this product The following are not covered by the warranty 1 Any product which is not distributed by us or which is not purchased from an authorized Kramer dealer If you are uncertain as to whether a dealer is authorized please contact Kramer at one of the agents listed in the Web site www kramerelectronics com 2 Any product on which the serial number has been defaced modified or removed or on which the WARRANTY VOID IF TAMPERED sticker has been torn reattached removed or otherwise interfered with 3 Damage deterioration or malfunction resulting from i Accident misuse abuse neglect fire water lightning or other acts of nature ii Product modification or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product iii Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by Kramer iv Any shipment of the product claims must be presented to the carrier v Removalorinstallation of the product vi Any other cause which does not relate to a product defect vii Cartons equipment enclosures cables or accessories used in conjunction with the product WHAT WE WILL PAY FOR AND WHAT WE WILL NOT PAY FOR We will pay labor and material expenses for covered items We will not pay for the fol
14. ing or removing the device or servicing unit 1 HDMI supports multiple audio formats from standard stereo to multi channel surround sound HDMI has the capacity to support Dolby 5 1 audio and high resolution audio formats 2 HDMI provides the quality and functionality of a digital interface while also supporting uncompressed video formats in a simple cost effective manner 3 Defined by a standard published by the Video Electronics Standards Association VESA KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Defining the VM 24HC 2 Input 1 4 HDMI Distributor 4 Defining the VM 24HC 2 Input 1 4 HDMI Distributor Figure 1 and Table 1 define the VM 24HC IN 1 IN2 Our 1 gt INPUT SELECTOR EDID__ READ SELECT OUTPUT __ INT IN2 1 2 3 4 0000 VM 24HC Our2 Our 3 Out 4 Figure 1 VM 24HC 2 Input 1 4 HDMI Distributor Rear Panel Table 1 VM 24HC 2 Input 1 4 HDMI Distributor Front and Rear Panel Features Feature Function 1 IR Receiver IR signal sensor for the IR Remote Control 2 IRLED Lights yellow when the device receives an IR signal 3 POWER LED Lights green when the device receives power 4 READ Press to acquire the EDID following selecting the EDID source Press EDID Buttons again to indicate the EDID status 5 SELECT Press to select the EDID source single output Auto Mix or default 6 OUTPUT LEDs 1 to 4 Lights green when an o
15. le for version 3 5 the reply to the request to send the version number would be HEX codes 7D 83 85 81 i e 128dec 3dec for 2nd byte 128dec 5dec for 3rd byte If the OUTPUT is set as 1 then the ASCII coding of the lettering following the machine s name is sent For example for the VS 7588YC the reply to the request to send the first suffix would be HEX codes 7D D9 C3 81 i e 128dec ASCII for Y 128dec ASCII for NOTE 14 The number of inputs and outputs refers to the specific machine which is being addressed not to the system For example if six 16X16 matrices are configured to make a 48X32 system 48 inputs 32 outputs the reply to the HEX code 3E 82 81 82 ie request the number of outputs would be HEX codes 7E 82 90 82 ie 16 outputs NOTE 15 When the OVR bit 4th byte is set then the video commands have universal meaning For example instruction 1 SWITCH VIDEO will cause all units including audio data etc to switch Similarly if a machine is in FOLLOW mode it will perform any video instruction NOTE 16 The reply to the REQUEST WHETHER PANEL IS LOCKED is as in NOTE 4 above except that here the OUTPUT is assigned with the value 0 if the panel is unlocked or 1 if it is locked 13 LIMITED WARRANTY We warrantthis product free from defects in material and workmanship under the following terms HOWLONGIS THE WARRANTY Labor and parts are warranted for s
16. lowing 1 Removal or installations charges 2 Costs of initial technical adjustments set up including adjustment of user controls or programming These costs are the responsibility of the Kramer dealer from whom the product was purchased 3 Shipping charges HOW YOU CAN GET WARRANTY SERVICE 1 To obtain service on you product you must take or ship it prepaid to any authorized Kramer service center 2 Whenever warranty service is required the original dated invoice or a copy must be presented as proof of warranty coverage and should be included in any shipment of the product Please also include in any mailing a contact name company address and a description of the problem s 3 For the name of the nearest Kramer authorized service center consult your authorized dealer LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES All implied warranties including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited in duration to the length of this warranty EXCLUSION OF DAMAGES The liability of Kramer for any effective products is limited to the repair or replacement of the product at our option Kramer shall not be liable for 1 Damage to other property caused by defects in this product damages based upon inconvenience loss of use of the product loss oftime commercialloss or 2 Any other damages whether incidental consequential or otherwise Some countries may not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty l
17. o your VM 24HC After connecting your VM 24HC switch on its power and then switch on the power on each device 2 Using for example the Kramer C HM HM PRO 6 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Using the VM 24HC 2 Input 1 4 HDMI Distributor 2 Connect the HDMI OUTPUT connectors to up to 4 HDMI acceptors using Kramer HDMI copper cables In this example connect OUTPUT 1 to display device 1 for example an LCD TV OUTPUT 2 to display device 2 for example an LCD TV OUTPUT 3 to display device 3 for example an LCD TV OUTPUT 4 to display device 4 for example a plasma display 3 Ifrequired connect a PC and or controller to the RS 232 port see Section 5 2 4 Connect the power adapter to the device and to the mains electricity not shown in Figure 2 5 Ifrequired acquire the EDID see Section 5 4 5 2 Selecting an Active Input To select an active input e Press the INPUT SELECTOR button to toggle between inputs 1 and 2 5 3 Connecting a PC Controller via RS 232 You can connect a PC or serial controller to the VM 24HC using the RS 232 connection Note that a null modem adapter connection is not required To connect to the VM 24HC via RS 232 e Connect the RS 232 9 pin D sub rear panel port on the VM 24HC unit via a 9 wire straight cable only pin 2 to pin 2 pin 3 to pin 3 and pin 5 to pin 5 need to be connected to the RS 232 9 pin D sub port on your PC controller 5 4 Acquiring the EDID Initially the VM
18. s com where updates to this user manual may be found We welcome your questions comments and feedback Safety Warning Disconnect the unit from the power supply before opening servicing Caution Kramer Electronics Ltd Web site www kramerelectronics com E mail info kramerel com P N 2900 000717 REV 1
19. t even better Our 1 000 plus different models now appear in 11 groups that are clearly defined by function Thank you for purchasing your Kramer VM 24HC 2 Input 1 4 HDMI Distributor which is ideal for e Home theater presentation and multimedia applications e Rental and staging The package includes the following items e 24 2 Input 1 4 HDMI Distributor e Power adapter SV DC output e RC IR3 Infrared Remote Control e This user manual 2 Getting Started We recommend that you e Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging materials for possible future shipment e Review the contents of this user manual e Use Kramer high performance high resolution cables 1 GROUP 1 Distribution Amplifiers GROUP 2 Switchers and Matrix Switchers GROUP 3 Control Systems GROUP 4 Format Standards Converters GROUP 5 Range Extenders and Repeaters GROUP 6 Specialty AV Products GROUP 7 Scan Converters and Scalers GROUP 8 Cables and Connectors GROUP 9 Room Connectivity GROUP 10 Accessories and Rack Adapters GROUP 11 Sierra Products 2 High Definition Multimedia Interface 3 Download up to date Kramer user manuals from http www kramerelectronics com 4 The complete list of Kramer cables is available from http www kramerelectronics com Getting Started 2 1 Quick Start This quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation Step 1 Connect the input s and output s
20. the PC from the switcher N5 N0 INSTRUCTION The function that is to be performed by the switcher s is defined by the INSTRUCTION 6 bits Similarly if a function is performed via the machine s keyboard then these bits are set with the INSTRUCTION NO which was performed The instruction codes are defined according to the table below INSTRUCTION NO is the value to be set for N5 N0 2 BYTE Bit 7 Defined as 1 16 10 INPUT When switching ie instruction codes 1 and 2 the INPUT 7 bits is set as the input number which is to be switched Similarly if switching is done via the machine s front panel then these bits are set with the INPUT NUMBER which was switched For other operations these bits are defined according to the table 3 BYTE Bit 7 Defined as 1 O6 00 OUTPUT When switching ie instruction codes 1 and 2 the OUTPUT 7 bits is set as the output number which is to be switched Similarly if switching is done via the machine s front panel then these bits are set with the OUTPUT NUMBER which was switched For other operations these bits are defined according to the table 4 BYTE Bit7 Defined as 1 Bit 5 Don t care OVR Machine number override M4 M0 MACHINE NUMBER Used to address machines in a system via their machine numbers When several machines are controlled from a single serial port they are usually configured together with each machine having an indi
21. utput is connected and active LED flashes to indicate the source of the EDID acquired see Section 5 4 or when connecting a non HDCP display while providing HDCP content to the VM 24HC 7 INPUT SELECTOR Button Press to select Input 1 or 2 see Section 5 2 8 IN 1 LED Lights green when Input 1 is selected IN 2LED Lights green when Input 2 is selected 9 INPUT 1 and INPUT 2 HDMI Connect to the HDMI sources 1 and 2 Connectors 10 OUTPUT 1 to OUTPUT 4 Connect to the HDMI acceptors 1 to 4 HDMI Connectors 11 RS 232 9 pin D sub Port Connect to a PC remote controller see Section 5 2 12 5V DC Power Connector Connect to the power adapter center pin positive 1 Lights when configuring the EDID Using the VM 24HC 2 Input 1 4 HDMI Distributor 5 Using the VM 24HC 2 Input 1 4 HDMI Distributor This section describes e Connecting the VM 24HC see Section 5 1 e Selecting an Active Input see Section 5 2 e Connecting a PC Controller via RS 232 see Section 5 3 e Acquiring the EDID see Section 5 4 5 1 Connecting the VM 24HC 2 Input 1 4 HDMI Distributor Set Top Box Source Plasma Display 4 LCD TV 1 Figure 2 Connecting theVM 24HC 2 Input 1 4 HDMI Distributor To connect the VM 24HC as illustrated in the example in Figure 2 1 Connect the two HDMI sources for example a DVD player and a set top box to the INPUT 1 and INPUT 2 connectors respectively 1 Switch off the power on each device before connecting it t
22. vidual machine number If the OVR bit is set then all machine numbers will accept implement the command and the addressed machine will reply For a single machine controlled via the serial port always set M4 MO 1 and make sure that the machine itself is configured as MACHINE NUMBER 1 Note All values in the following table are decimal unless otherwise stated 12 KRAMER SIMPLE CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY Communication Protocol Table 5 Instruction Codes for Protocol 2000 INSTRUCTION DEFINITION FOR SPECIFIC INSTRUCTION NOTE DESCRIPTION INPUT OUTPUT 1 SWITCH VIDEO Set equal to video input Set equal to video output which is to 2 15 which is to be switched be switched 0 disconnect 0 7 to all the outputs 31 REQUEST WHETHER PANEL 0 0 16 IS LOCKED 61 IDENTIFY MACHINE 1 video machine name 0 Request first 4 digits 13 2 audio machine name 1 Request first suffix 3 video software version 2 Request second suffix 4 audio software version 3 Request third suffix 5 R8422 controller name 10 Request first prefix 6 RS422 controller version 11 Request second prefix 7 remote control name 12 Request third prefix 8 remote software version 9 Protocol 2000 revision 62 DEFINE MACHINE 1 number of inputs 1 for video 14 2 number of outputs 2 for audio 3 number of setups 3 for SDI 4 for remote panel 5 for RS 422 controller NOTES on the above table NOTE
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